Question
What is the difference between endosmosis and exosmosis?

Answer

EndosmosisExosmosis
1. The process of diffusion of water into the cell from outside is called endosmosis.1. The diffusion of water from inside to outside of a cell is called exosmosis.
2. It occurs when the cell is placed in a hypotonic solution.2. It occurs when the cell is placed in a hypertonic solution.

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